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Position Overview
Power your future with Qualus in our Substation Protection and Control department as a Senior Protection & Control Engineer. Our team is growing, and we are seeking seasoned Protection and Control Engineers. If you have 7+ years of experience in major utility substations, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with Substation Physical Engineering, Relay Settings, and other groups to ensure design concurrence.
- Development of complete engineering design packages for protective relaying and communications systems, including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC schematics, DC schematics, logic and functional diagrams, panel layouts, control house layouts, wiring/connection diagrams, interconnection diagrams, relaying equipment specifications and bill of materials.
- Development of SCADA packages, including input / output list (Point Data Sheet).
- Provides technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters, engineering technicians, and less experienced engineers.
- Developing, nurturing and maintaining trusted relationships with senior level engineers, managers, and executives with current or prospective clients.
- Confidently and comfortably present technical solutions to key customers; respond in real time to technical concerns and answer questions in a knowledgeable articulate manner.
- Direct and/or participate in client meetings/job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
- Perform/Ensure company’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are followed on all design packages.
- Delegating, planning, prioritizing and reviewing the work of other engineers will be critical.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with a power systems focus. An MS Degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the BS Engineering degree. International Engineering Degrees will be considered.
- Seven or more years of electrical engineering experience is desired, experience in protection and control engineering is required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration or plan to become registered is required. Professional Engineering registration in the working state a plus.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required.
- Must have strong analytical and computer skills.
Benefits & Compensation
Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Company Overview
Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.

Position Overview
Power your future with Qualus in our Substation Protection and Control department as a Senior Protection & Control Engineer. Our team is growing, and we are seeking seasoned Protection and Control Engineers. If you have 7+ years of experience in major utility substations, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with Substation Physical Engineering, Relay Settings, and other groups to ensure design concurrence.
- Development of complete engineering design packages for protective relaying and communications systems, including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC schematics, DC schematics, logic and functional diagrams, panel layouts, control house layouts, wiring/connection diagrams, interconnection diagrams, relaying equipment specifications and bill of materials.
- Development of SCADA packages, including input / output list (Point Data Sheet).
- Provides technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters, engineering technicians, and less experienced engineers.
- Developing, nurturing and maintaining trusted relationships with senior level engineers, managers, and executives with current or prospective clients.
- Confidently and comfortably present technical solutions to key customers; respond in real time to technical concerns and answer questions in a knowledgeable articulate manner.
- Direct and/or participate in client meetings/job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
- Perform/Ensure company’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are followed on all design packages.
- Delegating, planning, prioritizing and reviewing the work of other engineers will be critical.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with a power systems focus. An MS Degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the BS Engineering degree. International Engineering Degrees will be considered.
- Seven or more years of electrical engineering experience is desired, experience in protection and control engineering is required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration or plan to become registered is required. Professional Engineering registration in the working state a plus.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required.
- Must have strong analytical and computer skills.
Benefits & Compensation
Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Company Overview
Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.
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Align Your Credentials to Power Systems Standards
Qualus operates in the power and energy infrastructure space, so credentials like a PE license or hands-on SCADA and relay protection experience will carry more weight than a general controls background. Gather documentation of project-specific technical work before applying.
Target Qualus Openings in Underserved Regional Offices
Qualus posts Controls Engineer roles across multiple U.S. regions. Offices in areas with fewer local candidates tend to move faster on sponsorship decisions, so filtering by location can improve your chances of reaching the offer stage.
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Search and filter verified Controls Engineer openings at Qualus using Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles by visa type so you can confirm sponsorship eligibility before investing time in applications.
Clarify Your OPT or CPT Timeline Before Interviews
If you're on F-1 OPT, Qualus will need to account for your STEM extension eligibility and E-Verify enrollment requirements. Know your exact authorization end date and STEM extension window so you can address timeline questions directly during hiring conversations.
Confirm LCA Filing Scope With Your Hiring Contact
For H-1B candidates, the DOL Labor Condition Application must reflect the actual work location. Consulting roles at Qualus can involve client site placements, so confirm early whether the LCA will cover project locations or only a home office address.
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Does Qualus sponsor H-1B visas for Controls Engineers?
Yes, Qualus sponsors H-1B visas for Controls Engineers. Because Qualus operates as a consulting and professional services firm, H-1B petitions may need to specify client site locations in the Labor Condition Application filed with the DOL. If you're placed at client facilities, confirm with your hiring contact how the work location is handled in the filing.
How do I apply for Controls Engineer jobs at Qualus?
You can browse and apply for Controls Engineer openings at Qualus directly through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa sponsorship type so you can confirm eligibility upfront. When applying, tailor your materials to power systems and infrastructure projects, since that's the core of Qualus's consulting work. Highlight any SCADA, relay protection, or substation experience prominently.
Which visa types does Qualus commonly use for Controls Engineers?
Qualus supports H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, and EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways for Controls Engineers. TN visas are available to Canadian and Mexican engineers who hold qualifying engineering credentials. F-1 OPT candidates will need to verify that Qualus is enrolled in E-Verify, which is required for STEM OPT extensions.
What qualifications does Qualus expect for Controls Engineer roles?
Qualus typically looks for a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field, along with hands-on experience in power systems, SCADA platforms, relay protection, or substation automation. A Professional Engineer license is a strong differentiator for senior roles. Consulting experience or the ability to work on client-facing infrastructure projects is commonly expected across their Controls Engineer openings.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Controls Engineer at Qualus?
Timelines vary by visa type. H-1B standard processing through USCIS runs six to eight months; premium processing can cut that to 15 business days. TN visas for Canadian citizens can be approved at the border on the same day. PERM labor certification for EB-2 or EB-3 Green Cards typically takes one to two years before a petition is even filed, so starting that conversation early matters.
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